The IPAF training categories, with abbreviations and brief explanations, are:
Static Vertical (1a): Vertical personnel platforms (static)
Static Boom (1b, 1b+): Self-propelled booms (outriggers), trailers/push-arounds, vehicle-mounted platforms
Mobile Vertical (3a, 3a+): Scissor lifts, vertical personnel platforms (mobile)
Mobile Boom (3b, 3b+): Self-propelled booms
Push Around Vertical (PAV): Push around verticals
Special (SPECIAL): Specialist machines
Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWP)
Insulated Aerial Devices (IAD)
Harness Use and Inspection (H)
Loading and Unloading (LOAD)
MEWPs for Managers (MM)
Goods Hoist (GH)
Transport Platform (TPH)
Personnel Hoist (PH)